A home on Cherryville Road is the scene of an investigation that involves not only the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, but also state and federal officials. Chief Durwin Briscoe said the sheriff’s office is working on a joint operation with federal and state law enforcement agencies. He did not comment on the nature of the […]
Labor Day: The history of the holiday Labor Day has its origins in the late 19th century, when activists pushed for a holiday to recognize the great contributions of workers to America. Wochit The three-day weekend that marks the unofficial end of summer, Labor Day weekend, is upon us. Although Labor Day means a three-day […]
Labor Day explained: Depressing and violent origins Labor Day has a deeper meaning than just the end of summer. It marks a turning point in U.S. labor history, even one with a violent beginning. USA TODAY One of the busiest travel weekends of the year is just around the corner: Labor Day weekend 2024 begins […]
Three recycling rules from Asheville GreenWorks Asheville GreenWorks Recycling Rules. If you’re from Florida, you may not think that the streets of this Florida city are “pristine.” But a recent survey by Waste Removal USA found that travelers surveyed said one of the 100 cleanest streets in the U.S. was in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Granted, […]
Which well-known retail stores have filed for bankruptcy? Red Lobster, Walgreens, Rite Aid and many other retailers are struggling with deteriorating financial conditions. It’s been a year of empty parking lots and signs in windows. Large restaurant and retail chains have tightened their belts to avoid financial losses and have closed “bad” locations as part […]
